1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Trooper | 100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
